2005 Kawasaki KX 250

Kawasaki KX 250 2005


2005 Kawasaki KX 250 specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

Kawasaki's profilation of this bike
The KX250 motorcycle represents the epitome of Kawasaki´s two-stroke motocross development, and it arrives for 2005 with major revisions to the engine and chassis, resulting in more power and better handling to help keep KX250 racers at the head of the pack.

General information
Model name Kawasaki KX 250
Model year 2005
Category Cross / motocross
Price as newUS$ 5999. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc.
Rating 3.8  Check out the detailed rating of off-road capabilities, engine performance, maintenance cost, etc. Compare with any other bike.
Engine and transmission
Displacement 249.0 ccm (15.19 cubic inches)
Engine type Single cylinder, two-stroke
Compression 10.5:1
Bore x stroke 66.4 x 72.0 mm (2.6 x 2.8 inches)
Fuel system Carburettor. Keihin PWK38S with Power Jet
Ignition Digital CDI
Cooling system Liquid
Gearbox 5-speed
Transmission type Chain (final drive)
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type Perimeter style, high-tensile steel with aluminum subframe
Rake (fork angle) 26.0°
Front suspension 48mm twin chamber inverted cartridge-type telescopic fork
Rear suspension New UNI-TRAK® swingarm, single shock
Front tire 80/90-21
Rear tire 110/90-19
Front brakes Single disc
Rear brakes Single disc
Physical measures and capacities
Dry weight 97.0 kg (213.8 pounds)
Seat height 965 mm (38.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height 1265 mm (49.8 inches)
Overall length 2184 mm (86.0 inches)
Overall width 841 mm (33.1 inches)
Ground clearance 340 mm (13.4 inches)
Wheelbase 1481 mm (58.3 inches)
Other specifications
Color options Kawasaki Lime Green
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